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Plainview, CA
Full City Profile · California · Kings County County
Plainview, CA
At a Glance
How Plainview Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Plainview's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Plainview a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Plainview residents earn a median household income of $65,938 , which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $15,472. The unemployment rate stands at 16.1% (347% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 44.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 5,457 business establishments, including 218 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Plainview is $191,300 , 32% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $306,706. The cost of living index is 110.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1965.
Safety & Crime
Plainview reports 308 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 19% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,827/100K.
Education
6.6% of adults in Plainview hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below the national average). 41.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Plainview has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 12.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.